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Looking After Your Mental Health Over the Winter Break Winter can be a hard time for many people. Short days, cold weather, and changes to routine can affect how we feel. Getting support early can really help. It can prevent problems from getting worse and reduce the need for urgent care later on. There are simple things you can do to support your mental wellbeing over the winter break. Top Tips for Better Mental Wellbeing ·       Stay active: Moving your body can lift your m

Staying Well This Festive Season The festive period is a busy time, but it’s important to look after your health. Cold weather can make some health problems worse, especially for older people, young children, and anyone with a long-term condition. Keep warm, wear layers, and drink hot drinks. GP practices and many pharmacies have reduced opening hours over the bank holidays. This means you may not be able to get help as quickly as normal. If you take regular medicine, order y

In Southend, around 3% of people are estimated to be living with HIV. This is higher than the national average of 1%. A major issue is late diagnosis, which can harm health and increase the chance of passing HIV to others. HIV affects the immune system and makes it harder to fight infections. Without treatment, it can develop into AIDS, the most advanced stage. AIDS can be treated, but it is harder to manage. You can find information about symptoms on the NHS website. Health